Forward Progress

NFL Week 1 kicks off TONIGHT and Forward Progress has you covered! Join Rob Pizzola, Fabian Sommer, and Austin Mock as they break down key matchups, reveal sharp betting strategies, and share their top futures and best bets. Subscribe, tune in, and share your best bets in the comments. Let’s tackle Week 1 together! 🟢 Subscribe to the main Hammer HQ YouTube channel for more sports betting content...

Which sideline leader will earn Coach of the Year in 2025? George, Jason, Flup, and Rob square off in our COY Draft, each selecting 6 coaches in a snake-style draft with $250 and bragging rights on the line. New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook App or check it out at http://fanduel.com/forwardprogress to get in on the action...

The wait is over—football is back. Join the Forward Progress team as we break down everything you need to know heading into the new NFL season. From win totals and futures bets to team-by-team breakdowns, key storylines, and bold predictions, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re betting, playing fantasy, or just a die-hard fan, this is your ultimate guide to the season ahead. New to FanDuel Sport...

Which first-year star will shine brightest in 2025? Hitman, Jason, Flup, and Austin face off in our Offensive Rookie of the Year Draft, each selecting 6 rookies in a snake-style draft with $250 on the line and bragging rights at stake. Watch now to see which rookies the experts are betting on—and which picks could define the 2025 season. New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus Bets...

Who will take home Defensive Player of the Year in 2025? Jason, Rob, George, and Austin go head-to-head in our DPOY Draft, each selecting 6 players in a snake-style draft with $250 on the line and bragging rights up for grabs. New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook App or check it out at http://fanduel.com/forwardprogress to g...

Which NFL teams are smashing their win totals in 2025? Rob Pizzola, Jason Cooper, George Tsilfidis, and Hitman square off in our Team Wins Draft—each building a portfolio of teams they believe will crush expectations this season. With $250 on the line, every pick matters. New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook App or check it...

Which first-year defender will dominate the NFL in 2025? Jason, Flup, Judah, and Austin go head-to-head in our Defensive Rookie of the Year Draft—each selecting 6 rookies in a snake-style draft with $250 on the line and major bragging rights at stake. Watch to see who’s betting on breakout stars—and who might regret their picks by Week 4. New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus Bet...

Who’s taking home Offensive Player of the Year in 2025? Jason, George, Rob, and Hitman are back for another high-stakes futures draft—this time picking the most explosive players in the league. Each creator selects 6 players in a snake-style draft, with $250 on the line and bragging rights up for grabs. Every pick comes with sharp analysis and strategy. Think one of these guys reached? Think someo...

Who’s winning each division this NFL season? Rob and Suuma go head-to-head in a full 32-team snake draft, each trying to build the best portfolio of division winners. With $250 on the line, every pick matters. This one’s all about strategy—stacking divisions, playing the odds, and trying to outmaneuver the other side. Every team is drafted, but only one creator will cash. Let us know in the commen...

Who’s winning the Super Bowl this year? Four of The Hammer’s sharpest NFL bettors—Jason, George, Rob, and Suuma—draft their teams in a high-stakes, snake-style futures draft. Each creator puts $250 on the line, and only one walks away with the pot. Who do you think got the best value? Who reached? And which team got completely disrespected? New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $200 in Bonus B...

Who will win NFL MVP in 2025? Four of The Hammer’s top betting minds—Jason, George, Rob, and Suuma—go head-to-head in a snake-style MVP futures draft to build the best possible roster of contenders. With money on the line and bragging rights at stake, every pick comes with analysis, strategy, and sharp insight. Let us know in the comments who had the best draft, and who got sniped. New to FanDuel...

You sent in your hottest NFL takes — and we’re here to react. In this Q&A episode presented by FanDuel, we dive into your boldest predictions, burning questions, and spicy opinions heading into the 2025 NFL season. From futures bets to player rankings, breakout picks to betting strategy, nothing is off-limits. We give our unfiltered reactions, challenge the wild ones, and break down the takes that...

Which NFL teams are being seriously overhyped heading into the 2025 season? In this episode, the Forward Progress crew breaks down the most overrated teams in betting markets and public perception — and why the numbers don’t match the hype. From inflated win totals to teams coasting on reputation, we’re calling out the contenders who might disappoint. New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $200...

NFL Training Camp is almost here — and the 2025 season starts taking shape now. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we dive into the biggest storylines and questions facing teams as camp kicks off. From quarterback battles and rookie hype to coaching changes and injury updates, we cover the burning topics that will define the early part of the season. Which teams have the most to figure out? Wh...

The AFC North is loaded with talent, but not every team is keeping up. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we break down the AFC North from a betting perspective: win totals, division odds, roster moves, and schedule angles for all four teams. The Ravens remain the class of the division. The Bengals, with a healthy Joe Burrow, look ready to bounce back. The Steelers are getting overlooked again...

Every year, one team comes out of nowhere and shocks the league — so who’s it going to be in 2025? In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we debate four potential breakout teams: the Bears, Patriots, Jaguars, and Broncos. Each has major questions — and real upside. Whether it’s a second-year QB leap, a new coaching staff, or an underrated roster, these teams all have the ingredients to be this yea...

The AFC South is one of the most fascinating divisions heading into 2025 — young quarterbacks, rising teams, and wide-open betting value. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we break down all four teams from a futures perspective: win totals, division odds, schedule advantages, offseason moves, and where sharp bettors might find an edge. Can the Texans repeat? Will Anthony Richardson or Trevor...

The NFC South was wide open last year — and it might be even messier in 2025. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we break down all four teams in the NFC South from a futures betting perspective: win totals, division odds, offseason moves, schedule quirks, and which team could emerge from the chaos. Can the Bucs repeat? Are the Falcons finally ready to take the leap? Could the Panthers surprise...

The AFC West runs through Kansas City — but is this the year someone else breaks through? In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we break down the entire division from a betting perspective: win totals, division odds, schedule outlooks, roster upgrades, and coaching changes. Can the Chargers bounce back? Are the Raiders live longshots? And what do we make of the Broncos in Year 2 under Sean Payton...

The NFC North is loaded heading into 2025 — and we’re breaking it all down from a betting perspective. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we dive into all four teams: division odds, win totals, schedule breakdowns, key offseason moves, and where the value lies. Can the Lions hold their spot at the top? Are the Packers ready to make a serious run? Will the Bears take a leap with their young cor...

Who are the best head coaches in the NFL heading into 2025? We ranked our top 10 and it’s not just about rings. In this video, we break down the top minds in the league based on recent performance, in-game decision-making, roster development, and overall impact. From consistent contenders to rising stars, this list goes beyond legacy and focuses on who’s actually moving the needle right now. Expec...

The AFC East might be the most top-heavy division in football, and we’re breaking it all down from a betting perspective. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we analyze each team's outlook heading into the 2025 season: win totals, division odds, schedule strengths and weaknesses, roster moves, and coaching changes. Can the Bills hold on? Will the Dolphins or Jets bottom out? And what can we exp...

The NFC East is always one of the most unpredictable divisions in football — and 2025 looks no different. In this episode, presented by FanDuel, we break down each team’s outlook from a betting perspective: win totals, division odds, schedule analysis, key roster changes, and coaching situations. Can the Cowboys finally break through? Will the Eagles bounce back? Could the Commanders or Giants sur...

You sent in your hottest NFL takes — and we’re here to react. In this Q&A episode presented by FanDuel, we dive into your boldest predictions, burning questions, and spicy opinions heading into the 2025 NFL season. From futures bets to player rankings, breakout picks to betting strategy, nothing is off-limits. We give our unfiltered reactions, challenge the wild ones, and break down the takes that...

The NFC West is one of the most intriguing divisions heading into the 2025 NFL season — and we’re breaking it all down. In this video, we take a deep dive into each team’s outlook, including win totals, division odds, key offseason moves, schedule quirks, and where the betting value lies. Are the 49ers still the clear favorite? Can the Rams close the gap? And is there any case to be made for the C...